A bushfire WATCH AND ACT has been issued for people on Mandogalup Road, between Anketell Road and Sayer Road, in the City of Kwinana. • There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is approaching the area and conditions are changing. • You need to leave or get ready to actively defend • The fire is burning on both sides of Anketell Road, near McLaughlan Road. It is burning towards Mandogalup Road. BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR: • The bushfire is moving in a north northeasterly direction. • It is out of control and unpredictable. • Burning embers are likely to be blown around your home. Spot fires are sarting up to 150 metres ahead of the fire. WHAT TO DO: • If you are not prepared or you plan to leave, leave now if the way is clear. • There is ember attack ahead of the fire, so close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. • If you are well prepared and plan to actively defend your home, make final preparations now. • Do not rely on mains water pressure as it may be affected. If you have access to a water tank and plan to defend your home, start patrolling with your hose and put out spot fires. • If you are not at home, do not try to return as conditions in the area could be very dangerous. City of Kwinana - Government
Posted on: Fri, 19 Dec 2014 10:32:53 +0000
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